Cruise Ship Server — 28-Week Hospitality Adventure (Room & Board Included)

American Cruise Lines; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Room and board provided

Uniforms

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, is hiring for the 2026 season. You’ll serve as a shipboard server in our hotel and restaurant, representing the brand while delivering outstanding hospitality.

This temporary 28-week assignment includes covered travel, room and board, uniforms, and training, with itineraries across the U.S. A dynamic onboard setting offers a strong hospitality foundation and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.
• Pre-employment drug test required under Federal Law and DOT regulations.
• Alcohol consumption prohibited on shipboard and safety training included.

Responsibilities

• Provide guests with an elegant and memorable dining experience.
• Set up and break down breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktail hour.
• Acknowledge guests by name and guide them to tables, present menus, and answer questions about items.
• Relay orders to galley and serve courses with proper presentation.
• May perform additional duties such as greeting guests on embarkation and serving during entertainment.

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, is hiring for the 2026 season. You’ll serve as a shipboard server in our hotel and restaurant, representing the brand while delivering outstanding hospitality.

This temporary 28-week assignment includes covered travel, room and board, uniforms, and training, with itineraries across the U.S. A dynamic onboard setting offers a strong hospitality foundation and opportunities for advancement.